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Sales Tax Research Dos and Don'ts

Sales Tax & More

Release Date: 10/28/2020

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In this episode we talk about...    what do local jurisdictional rates consist of? Are local jurisdictions a problem in every state? what are some of the worst states?  

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In this episode of the Sales Tax and More podcast, we answer the following questions...    Who are we talking about when we say International sellers? What are common issues we see for international sellers? What would a good strategy be for International sellers trying to get compliant? How can we help them and where can they look for additional resources  

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What is a “distraint notice” What are some things to look out for when determining if something is a scam? A review of the general process when dealing with any notice to determine if it’s a scam.  

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In this episode, we answer a few questions from our listeners including...   Should you register if you hit the threshold one year but don't anticipate any more activity in that state and all the sales are tax-exempt per the state's laws? Does it make sense to do this and then deregister? Do I need a registered agent when registering for sales tax? I’ve determined economic nexus in each state but need time to research taxability… What do I do?

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In this podcast episode we discuss... What to do when you find yourself suddenly buried in sales Common pitfalls How should a business approach sales tax strategy Where you can find helpful resources

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In this episode of the Sales Tax and More Podcast Mike Fleming answers some questions we have received that we believe will be helpful for our listeners!   What are the most aggressive states conducting audits? Are the states still enforcing notice and reporting? Is click through nexus still in effect?

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What is ECM Validation Why is it important What are some things you should be checking What are the potential consequences of not paying attention to ECM Validation?  

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We will discuss...What is the first thing someone should consider when interviewing a potential sales tax returns provider? Can the provider file all the returns you want to file? Who is your point of contact?  What is their resouloution process?

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The leading cause of large audit assessments can be due to missing, incomplete, or invalid Exemption certificates.  We talk about... History Audits Good faith acceptance Improper use of a certificate Validation & more!

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In this episode, we talk about why companies leave their sales tax partner with a broken heart. Empty promises from salespeople. Why registering in too many states can be harmful, and how tax collected/ not remitted happens!  

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Michael J. Fleming is the founder and president of Sales Tax and More, a full service consulting and solutions firm with a passion for state tax. He is one of the country's leading authorities on sales tax issues such as consulting and research, registrations, returns, nexus, dropshipping, e-commerce, and service providers. 

Michael is a renowned writer and speaker, and he regularly presents on webinars. He is also the host of the Sales Tax and More podcast, where he shares his wisdom and learnings to his audience in order to help them navigate the tricky world of taxes.

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Before making any decisions regarding sales tax, you should first acquire all the information you need to create an effective tax plan. However, it’s important to gather your information from the right sources when conducting your sales tax research in order to avoid common mistakes and pitfalls.

For example, the team at Sales Tax and More knows from experience that relying on verbal answers from states on issues related to taxability can have major consequences for your business. According to Michael J. Fleming of Sales Tax and More, this is just one of the many dos and don’ts of sales tax research. 

In this episode of the Sales Tax and More podcast, Michael J. Fleming is interviewed by his co-host, Ellie Moffat, about the best strategies for conducting sales tax research for your company. They discuss the common mistakes sellers make when gathering sales tax information, the right tools and sites to use for your research, and what you need to know about the taxation of services. Stay tuned.